1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
